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COU 129C

1965 Velocette Thruxton

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,979 mi
Last recorded20,979 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 1965 Velocette Thruxton5,867 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOU 129C
MakeVelocette
ModelThruxton
Year1965
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 20,979 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 20,979 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 20,978 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 20,978 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 20,978 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 20,978 miles

How Reliable is the Velocette Thruxton?

Based on 578 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

95.3%
Pass Rate
210
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 1
Steering lock stop ineffective 1
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 1
Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play 1
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COU 129C is a 1965 Velocette Thruxton in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1965 Velocette Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.4% with a typical mileage of 5,867 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Velocette Thruxton fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying COU 129C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Velocette Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 61 years old, this Velocette Thruxton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of COU 129C?

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What year was COU 129C registered?

COU 129C is a 1965 Velocette Thruxton, first registered on 5 October 1965.

Is COU 129C safe to buy?

The MOT history for COU 129C shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does COU 129C have outstanding finance?

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